Posts made by JohnM

^ Thanks SBE2002. I think I'm in a similar boat with my size 35 (will check tonight). Great pair of jeans, nice heavy duty, soft denim and cut -- room up top but relatively trim below.

^ Appreciated, look forward to hearing how they turn out and how much stretch you get.

Thanks. Was that before any stretch?

I just received a 35 also -- beautiful denim and construction. Same for me -- a little tight in the waist, but should loosen up with wear. Out of curiosity, what does the waist on yours measure (either the IH way or flat across)?

^ Got it. I don't have long arms, but am OK with the longish sleeves on my Olive N-1 in XL from late 2023.

I wonder if the sizing gets tweaked a little each year (not just this year, but in the past). I remember trying on a Large in 2022 and the arms were very long relative to the rest of the jacket. I figured the IH N-1 just didn't work for me. But a year later (October 2023), I tried on an Olive XL and it was perfect. I was fortunate to have a store nearby (Self Edge) to try one one. Measurements are key, but a little tricky with a bulky item like this.

rydor, by 'new pattern' do you mean shorter sleeves? Any other changes you noticed?

Makes sense re no fuss sizing. Preference on the N-1 color, Olive vs Army Green?

Looks comfortable rydor and love the Newman pic.

I have the Olive N-1 from last year -- is that the one you had in L?

I wear XL in IH shirts and the Oive N-1 in XL is a nice, roomy fit. And, yes, that collar is fantastic.

Alex, I'm considering the 888 in a couple different denims (21oz, 18oz, and UHR). Does IH account for variances in stretch in its sizing? In other words, would you order the same size in each denim, or go smaller for a stretchier denim like the 21oz vs. larger on the stiffer, tighter-woven UHR?

Any idea when these will be restocked?

If I'm looking for a post-wash and stretch waist of 35-35.5", should I go with size 35 or 36? I assume this denim has some stretch, maybe less than the 21oz. but more than UHR

Looks really nice. But can't justify with this heavyweight from years past:

https://www.ironheart.co.uk/forum/topic/3397/self-edge-x-iron-heart-type-iii-sexih22typeiii

I have the Olive version from last year in XL -- great jacket.
I see the color change with Army Green, but has the fit or material changed? If so, in what respect(s)?

Beautiful Graham -- thanks (you too Alex). I saw an older oxblood cordovan wallet on the forums that had seen a lot more use (12 years, if I recall). There were some spots where the cordovan shell (or oxblood dye) was wearing through to the underlying tan leather. I'd guess this would be less obvious with natural cordovan over time, but it's, in part, what prompted the question of how cordovan wears vs. calf. Only time will tell, but I'm sure both will look great, and wear like ... iron

Great thread and pictures. Interesting how the tan seems to be preferred over black -- I'm sure both are great.

Anyone compared these beautiful calf IH wallets to the same design in cordovan?

I'm trying to decide between the cordovan and calf versions of the 'small', slimline wallet (no coin pouch) -- same design, just different leathers and prices. I'd be interested in hearing from anyone who has owned one or both regarding how they compare over time.

https://www.ironheart.co.uk/accessories/ihg-035.html

https://www.ironheart.co.uk/accessories/IHG-071-NAT.html

Just picked up an XL at Self Edge SF and love it. I expected to be an L, given I wear XL in IH shirts and most have said to size down on the N1. But XL is a really nice fit -- a little big with a tee shirt but perfect with a long sleeve shirt or flannel.

Appreciate that IH chose not to line the sleeves with alpaca. The quilted satin lining is perfect -- less bulky and more comfortable. Do wish the interior pocket was a little bigger but still glad it's there.

Love the 1955-UHR and am open to trying it in another denim. Also considering the 888. I’d guess there are some similarities between these cuts.

^ great fit and beautiful jacket.

Giles, I tried one of these one the other day and loved the design, fabric, color, and details.  But I passed because I thought the sleeves were long.  But it sounds like this is intended in the design.  Is this because they tend to ride a little higher with use or because longer sleeves are useful for certain activities, like riding a motorcycle.  Not questioning, just interested in learning something, thanks.

Also, regarding sizing, I typically wear an XL in IH shirts, but the XL N-1 seemed big.  Is it common to size down in this or other IH jackets?  Sorry for the newb questions.